Quebec Adopts ZEV Standard In Which “Re-Conditioned” Vehicles (Registered For 1st Time In Quebec) Qualify For Incentives
The recent unanimous approval of Bill 104 by the National Assembly of Quebec means that the Canadian province will soon play host to a zero-emission vehicles standard that allows plug-in electric vehicles that are re-conditioned by automakers and being registered in the province for the first time to qualify for available incentives/credits.
The bill — which, now that it has been approved, will be followed by a draft regulation for automakers and public consultation — is intended to help the province achieve its goal of increasing the number of zero emissions vehicles on its roads and its goal of reducing associated greenhouse gas emissions.
The announcement of the bill approval was made by the Minister of Sustainable Development, the Environment and the Fight against Climate Change, David Heurtel, outside of the Tourny Fountain in Québec City.
He stated: “We have just adopted one of the toughest bills in North America, and we did so unanimously. … It is a huge step toward achieving Québec’s environmental and economic objectives. This act is fully in line with our vision of a Québec that has fast-tracked into the economy of the 21st century — a modern, prosperous and low-carbon economy. Promoting transportation electrification means investing in the future of our businesses and our children’s future.”
The press release provides more: “The definitive text of the Act specifies that vehicles that are reconditioned by automakers and registered in Québec for the first time will be eligible for credits if they meet prescribed regulatory conditions… The inclusion of vehicles that are reconditioned by automakers and registered in Québec for the first time in the list of targeted vehicles will ensure the availability of lower-cost vehicles, thereby giving all Quebecers, especially low-income households, an opportunity to participate in greening Québec’s car population through a purchase that is in keeping with their values, while at the same time promoting responsible consumption.”
A sensible approach. After all, “going green” with regard to vehicle choice is only really a choice for those with money. Those of lesser means are usually just stuck with whatever clunker they can afford. Providing incentives for the purchase of used electric vehicles (EVs) will seemingly allow for a wider adoption of the technology than would otherwise be the case.
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